11/01/2003 Archived Entry: "Alien"

I've just returned from viewing the theatrical re-release of Alien, a movie which first terrified me, then intrigued me, and then comforted me. I've been watching Alien for probably twenty years, and the movie has become a part of me, and of my personality. This was the first time I'd seen it in a theatre, and it was like meeting an old friend. I admit to feeling warmth as the opening pan started up.

There was a woman and her husband/boyfriend/companion seated behind us, and she had apparently never before seen the movie. She made shocked noises at the appropriate place, and her companion played his part well, grabbing her at the jump-scare points. It was gratifying to hear her yelp.

This evening was absolutely satisfying.

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